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Social Sciences

21 Words

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history
1.
his
to
ry
Noun

all the events of the past

Studying history helps us understand the events that have shaped our world and influenced contemporary society.

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literature
2.
li
te
ra
ture
Noun

written works that are valued as works of art, such as novels, plays and poems

Her personal library was filled with an extensive collection of world literature, from ancient epics to contemporary short stories.

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musicology
3.
mu
si
co
lo
gy
Noun

the scholarly study of music, encompassing its history, theory, cultural context, and performance practices

Musicology delves into the historical development of musical genres, exploring how they have evolved over time.

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English
4.
eng
lish
Adjective

belonging or relating to England, its people, or language

She took an English class to improve her language skills.

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art
5.
art
Noun

the use of creativity and imagination to express emotions and ideas by making things like paintings, sculptures, music, etc.

Ballet is an art that combines movement and music in a beautiful way.

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liberal arts
6.
liberal arts
Noun

disciplines aimed at fostering critical thinking, communication skills, and a well-rounded understanding of the world

The liberal arts curriculum at the university encouraged students to explore diverse areas of study, including literature, philosophy, and history.

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performing arts
Noun

types of art such as dance, drama, and music that are performed in front of an audience

The performing arts require creativity and discipline from all performers.

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psychology
8.
psy
cho
lo
gy
Noun

a field of science that studies the mind, its functions, and how it affects behavior

She studied psychology to understand how the human mind works.

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sociology
9.
so
cio
lo
gy
Noun

the scientific study of human society, its nature, structure, and development, as well as social behavior

She decided to study sociology because she was interested in how culture influences people's behaviors.

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theology
10.
theo
lo
gy
Noun

the study of religions and faiths

She decided to study theology to better understand her faith.

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anthropology
11.
anth
ro
po
lo
gy
Noun

the study of the origins and developments of the human race and its societies and cultures

Sarah decided to major in anthropology to study the diverse cultures and societies around the world.

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geography
12.
geog
ra
phy
Noun

the scientific study of the physical features of the Earth and its atmosphere, divisions, products, population, etc.

He majored in geography to understand more about Earth's physical features and human impact.

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philosophy
13.
phi
lo
so
phy
Noun

the study of the meaning of the universe, existence, and reality

He studied philosophy in college, exploring deep questions about existence, knowledge, and the nature of reality.

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linguistics
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linguistics
Noun

the study of the evolution and structure of language in general or of certain languages

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phonetics
15.
pho
ne
tics
Noun

the science and study of speech sounds and their production

Phonetics is the branch of linguistics that studies the sounds of human speech, including their production, transmission, and reception.

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polity
16.
po
li
ty
Noun

a politically organized entity such as a state, nation, or community

The European Union is a unique supranational polity.

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economics
17.
e
co
no
mics
Noun

the study of how money, goods, and resources are produced, distributed, and used in a country or society

He decided to study economics to understand how markets work.

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hu
ma
ni
ties
Noun

studies that deal with people and their behavior such as language, philosophy, history, etc.

She decided to major in humanities to explore her interests in literature, history, and philosophy.

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social studies
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social studies
Noun

a course study that deals with how societies work and the way people form relationships in a society

We studied the economic systems of various countries in social studies to understand how they affect people's lives.

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business studies
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business studies
Noun

an academic discipline that explores various aspects of business management, including finance, marketing, operations, and organizational behavior

John enrolled in business studies to gain a comprehensive understanding of management principles and practices.

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religious education
Noun

the study of religion and its teachings, often part of a school curriculum

Religious education is mandatory in many schools.

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